The Parthenon is one of the most iconic remnants of classical civilization. Built in just 15 years during the height of the Athenian Empire, it symbolized the city’s wealth, power, and devotion to Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war. This ancient marvel originally featured intricate sculptures and was painted in vibrant colors—far from the white ruins we see today.
Its downfall came in 1687 during a Venetian attack, when an Ottoman ammunition dump stored inside the temple exploded, causing massive destruction. Since 1975, Greek authorities and international experts have been engaged in a painstaking restoration effort. The use of modern scaffolding and marble reconstruction techniques aims to stabilize the temple while retaining as much original material as possible, securing its future as a global cultural treasure.
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